Dallasite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Dallasite

Enstatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.913.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dallasite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite and Enstatite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Dallasite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Dallasite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dallasite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dallasite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dallasite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.